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View Poll Results: Tudor or Rolex?
Tudor me up Scotty! 21 22.83%
Rolexitis is hitting me hard! 62 67.39%
Omega Railmaster choo, choo! 9 9.78%
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Old 19 April 2017, 03:27 PM   #1
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Tudor Black Bay 41 or Rolex Explorer?

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Old 19 April 2017, 03:36 PM   #2
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Hard decision because they're all great references, but I just tried on the new Explorer again recently and that is still super high on the list. I say Explorer.

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Old 19 April 2017, 03:44 PM   #3
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Depends on if you have other SS sports Rolexes or not. If you do, I'd get the BB on a strap. More variety.
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Old 19 April 2017, 03:50 PM   #4
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i say explorer. it has so many personalities depending on how you want to wear it.

blk bay 36/41 or the ranger looks pretty nice too. cant go wrong, depends on how far you want to stretch your budget.
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Old 19 April 2017, 03:53 PM   #5
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Looks good on your wrist bb might be a tad to big
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Old 19 April 2017, 04:54 PM   #6
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BB 41 case a little thicker, I say Exp
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Old 19 April 2017, 06:40 PM   #7
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If you see the bb41 as a cheaper alternative, I would advise to always save for rolex

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Old 19 April 2017, 06:48 PM   #8
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Save for the Rolex. IMHO if you ask the question you know the answer especially if you ask on a Rolex dominated forum!
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Old 19 April 2017, 06:59 PM   #9
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I really like both. Depends on your collection. I like the Explorer more but the BB36/41 is a good alternate it you don't want to spend the money.
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Old 19 April 2017, 08:20 PM   #10
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I'm a fan of both but if it was my 1st watch then the explorer but owning several Rolex models the BB is a great looking watch on leather and I thoroughly enjoy mine.
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Old 19 April 2017, 08:22 PM   #11
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First choice BB, then the 2016 Railmaster, then the Explorer for me.
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Old 19 April 2017, 08:46 PM   #12
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Helloooo.... Explorer. Always.


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Old 19 April 2017, 08:57 PM   #13
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Explorer, it is more fashionable
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Old 19 April 2017, 09:38 PM   #14
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Why not both? To be honest, Rolex Explorer is more luxurious and shinnier on wrist. But Tudor BBN is sportier and has that vintage look especially if you get the 79220N ETA version, a good Rolex Sub's alternative. Both watches are classic and you won't go wrong either way.
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Old 19 April 2017, 09:45 PM   #15
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It may be a great watch and all, but can you really call the Tudor a 'classic'?
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Old 19 April 2017, 10:29 PM   #16
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I would go with the Black Bay 41. Great value and should work on leather or NATO straps.
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Old 19 April 2017, 10:45 PM   #17
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Not even close for me...the Explorer.

The Tudor is one of the few recent releases that just leaves me cold.
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Old 19 April 2017, 10:50 PM   #18
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I would go with the Black Bay 41. Great value and should work on leather or NATO straps.
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Old 20 April 2017, 01:21 AM   #20
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interesting.

probably should have mentioned i had a exp39 for a short time but it didn't last.

it'll be interesting to see the first member review.
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Old 20 April 2017, 01:41 AM   #21
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I have the same question. I'm waiting for the BB 41 to arrive at my local dealer and then decide after seeing hands-on. I intend to wear it rather than collect, so less concerned about Rolex versus Tudor branding. I like the looks of the 41's bracelet and strap versions.

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Old 20 April 2017, 01:58 AM   #22
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First Bb41 Second Explorer 1 third Railmaster
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Old 20 April 2017, 02:42 AM   #23
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I voted Explorer.
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Old 20 April 2017, 04:01 AM   #24
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Had the explorer 39 and 36 trying out the Tudor now

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Old 20 April 2017, 05:28 AM   #25
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Explorer for me, it's a great daily beater ��
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Old 20 April 2017, 05:30 AM   #26
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Rolex only for me.
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